The majority of Dwayne Bravo‘s cricket career was spent with the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League. The seasoned player has declared his retirement from all cricket-related activities. The announcement of his appointment as the mentor of the Kolkata Knight Riders came to light just hours after he had retired. Prior to declaring his IPL retirement, the all-rounder served as the bowling coach for CSK.
The Shahrukh Khan-owned team was declared the IPL 2024 champion just now.
Gautam Gambhir will be replaced by Bravo as the Purple Camp mentor. Following his assumption of this important role, the Caribbean stated that he would constantly advocate for a position where future generations may find inspiration. Additionally, he disclosed Shahrukh’s message in which the star offered a preview of KKR customs.
“I want to start by saying thank you to all of the DJ Bravo and Knight Riders fans worldwide. I would want to express my sincere gratitude to the management and Knight Riders family for their confidence in me and for allowing me to be a part of this unique franchise. I would also like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Chennai Super Kings’ management and employees for providing me with the support and opportunities to continue on my path. Bravo stated in the video, “I think I always wanted to be in a position where I could inspire the next generation of champions.”
Having stated that, let’s go on. I’m excited to give it my all and to achieve big things with the Purple team. As always, our boss, Shah Rukh Khan, assures us that we will enjoy and have a great time. We are going to have fun and succeed. From the Champion, many thanks for that. Ami KKR, Korbo Lorbo Jeetbo,” he continued.
Bravo played a staggering 582 matches worldwide before ending its storied franchise cricket career. He was a member of the team that won four titles, especially for CSK.
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With 183 wickets, he is the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history. In addition, he accomplished the distinction of being the first player in IPL history to gain two purple caps in 2013 and 2015.
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